Vacancy: Manager - Engineering and Maintenance, SVGPA
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Port Authority
JOB VACANCY
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of Manager – Engineering and Maintenance
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Chief Operating Officer, the Manager, Engineering and Maintenance is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all the Port’s facilities and equipment, organizing all the maintenance operations, managing the staff and the acquisition of major equipment in accordance with the Port’s policy
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develops and implements effective maintenance schedules and procedures for the preventative and restorative maintenance of facilities and equipment owned by the Port Authority.
- Prepare the Annual Budget and Work Plan for the Department.
- Ensures that adequate material and spare parts are sourced and kept to ensure the best upkeep of the Port’s facilities and the highest level of availability of the Port’s equipment.
- Advises on technical requirements for the effective and efficient maintenance and upkeep of Port facilities and equipment.
- Advises on new equipment selection and on retiring of old equipment.
- Implement industry best practices for the improvement of the maintenance activities of the Port Authority.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- A Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline from a recognized institution.
- At least five years experience working in the maintenance field.
- At least three (3) years experience performing in a managerial capacity.
- A Masters degree (MBA or MSc). in Engineering or Professional certification in Maintenance Management and experience working at the Port Authority will be an asset.
CORE COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal relations skills.
- Strong time-management skills
- Ability to lead and manage change
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Will depend on qualification and experience
APPLICATIONS
Applications with curriculum vitae and at least two references should be addressed to:
The Administrative Personnel Officer
SVG Port Authority
P.O. Box 1237
Bay Street
Kingstown
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Applications will close on November 16, 2018
Only short listed applications will be contacted.
